
Bombard the Headquarters!: China’s Cultural Revolution
2025
A riveting account of a turbulent period in Chinese history.
Linda Jaivin is an internationally published Australian author,
translator, essayist, novelist and specialist writer on China.
28 May 2021
Readings
Join us for an exciting evening with Linda Jaivin and the honourable Kevin Rudd as they discuss Linda Jaivin’s book, The Shortest History of China.
The Shortest History of China is a nimble history of rogues, revolutions and rebellions. It can be read in a day, but will transform your view for a lifetime. From kung-fu to tofu, tea to trade routes, sages to silk, China has influenced cuisine, commerce, military strategy, aesthetics and philosophy across the world for thousands of years.
Certainly, Linda distils a vast history into a short. It’s a readable account that tells you what you need to know. From China’s philosophical origins to its political system, to the COVID-19 pandemic and where the PRC is likely to lead the world.
In addition, this event with Linda Jaivin and Kevin Rudd is free to attend but bookings are essential.